Ever feel like you're doing everything right - eating well, sleeping enough, trying to stay active - yet still feeling drained, irritable, or not quite yourself?

You’re not imagining it. It could be your hormones.

Hormones are powerful chemical messengers that regulate nearly every function in your body - from how well you sleep and digest your food to your energy, mood, and even how you respond to stress. When they're in balance, we feel focused, energised, and emotionally steady. But when they’re not? Everything can feel off.

Here’s why your hormones matter more than you think - and what you can do to support them naturally.

Hormones and Your Mood

Let’s start with the emotional side. Oestrogen and progesterone (the primary female sex hormones) aren’t just about reproduction - they also play a major role in brain chemistry.

Oestrogen supports serotonin (your feel-good neurotransmitter), while progesterone has a calming effect on the brain, acting similarly to a natural anti-anxiety agent. When these hormones fluctuate - especially during perimenopause or menopause - it can lead to increased mood swings, anxiety, irritability, or even depression (1).

Add in cortisol, your primary stress hormone, and you’ve got a recipe for emotional overwhelm if your body isn’t properly supported.

Hormones and Your Energy Levels

Feeling tired all the time? Your hormones may be trying to tell you something.

Your thyroid gland produces hormones that regulate your metabolism. When it's underactive (a common issue for women over 40), you may feel sluggish, gain weight easily, or struggle with brain fog. Meanwhile, cortisol plays a role in how your body manages stress - but if it's constantly elevated, it can lead to burnout and adrenal fatigue.

Balanced hormones help regulate blood sugar, support restful sleep, and keep your energy stable throughout the day. Imbalances can leave you feeling like you're riding an emotional rollercoaster - with no exit.

What Throws Hormones Out of Balance?

1. Chronic stress (hello, cortisol overload)
   
   
2. Blood sugar instability from skipping meals or eating too much sugar
   
   
3. Lack of sleep (even one poor night can throw off oestrogen and insulin)
   
   
4. Exposure to endocrine disruptors like BPA, phthalates, and pesticides
   
   
5. Nutrient deficiencies, especially magnesium, zinc, and B vitamins(2)
   
   

Supporting Hormonal Harmony Naturally

You don’t need extreme cleanses or complicated protocols. Try starting here:

1. Eat protein, healthy fats, and fibre at every meal to balance blood sugar
   
   
2. Reduce stress with daily calming rituals (breathwork, walks, or meditation)
   
   
3. Get 7–9 hours of sleep nightly to support hormone detox and repair
   
   
4. Move regularly - even gentle strength training or walking counts
   
   
5. Detox your environment - switch to non-toxic products and drink filtered water
   
   

Final Thoughts

Your hormones are the unsung heroes of your wellbeing. When they’re balanced, everything feels more aligned - your energy, mood, focus, and even confidence. If you’re feeling off, start by tuning into your body’s signals. Small, consistent changes can create powerful ripple effects in how you feel day to day.

Call us on 02476363873 or email us at hello@madebydaily.com to discuss your questions with a member of our clinical team.

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References:

1. Journal of Women’s Health. (2020). Hormonal Fluctuations and Mental Health in Midlife Women
   

2. Institute for Functional Medicine. (2019). The Role of Nutrition in Hormonal Health

3. American Thyroid Association. (2021). Thyroid and Hormone Connection